The Duke running back unit took a serious hit this preseason after a torn pectoral will force redshirt junior Jela Duncan to miss a majority of the season in addition to Shaun Wilson and Joseph Ajeigbe missing time with lower body injuries, which caused 3rd-string QB Nico Pierre to switch to RB this season as a precautionary measure to add depth at the position. Fortunately Shaun Wilson has been cleared to play and, after his performance in the opening game, it looks like will be able to be a major factor for the Blue Devils this season.